Cholesterol crystals incite inflammation in coronary arteries, research finds
Tuesday, May 18, 2010 - 17:30
in Health & Medicine
Cholesterol crystals, known to be a catalyst for heart attacks and strokes, also cause cells to send out danger signals that can lead to the inflammation and hardening of arteries, according to new research. The discovery provides new insights into how arteries harden and gives hope for new and early treatments.